The Anthropology curriculum provides the tools to understand human beings and society from both a cultural and biological point of view. Students are exposed to a broad historical and comparative framework within which to view the variety of human cultures. All fundamental concepts, techniques, and material for the main branches of the field are addressed, so students are ready for advanced degree work upon graduation, as well as entry into the private or public sector.
Anthroplogy Major/Minor Information
Anthropology News
Anthropology and American Indian Studies major Ashleigh Thompson (2013) has been awarded the Society for American Archaeology’s 2012 Arthur C. Parker award and the 2011 University of Minnesota Scholarly Excellence in Equity and Diversity Award. Thompson was also chair of the Circle of Nations Indigenous Association 2011 Powwow. SEED awards recognize University undergraduate, graduate, and professional students who are doing outstanding equity, social justice, and diversity work through academics and/or service to the community. The SAA Parker award is a nation-wide competition to support archaeological training or a research program for Native American students or employees of tribal cultural preservation programs. Only one student in the country is awarded this scholarship each year.